Before I get into my review, here’s a video of me purchasing Combat the Fat (I went and got the deluxe version cause I’m hardcore and want everything I can get to help me improve my body & health):

(At some points in the video the pages load slowly due to the software running on my computer – the site loads fine, it’s just the software I was running made everything load more slowly – the video also contains me going through the sales letter, so you can skip ahead if you like)

Now, as seen in the video above I did actually purchase Combat the Fat and this is an honest review of the materials provided.

Also please note at the end I review the components only in the deluxe version, so there are some components I’ll go over that you will not receive if you just get the basic program.

Combat the Fat Basic Program:

Combat the Fat Manual

The manual is 162 pages long, so I’m not going to go into too much detail about what exactly is in it, but it’s basically the whole system that Jeff created based on what he learned as a Weight Control Specialist & Master Fitness Trainer in the U.S. Military.

The manual begins with a section on how to get the most out of the manual, so you are prepped beforehand to make sure you’re not wasting any time. Then there’s a blurb about Jeff & an introduction to the Combat the Fat Program.

Once you’re prepped and ready to go, then he gets into the 8 components of the program which are:

1. Mission Planning – This is basically discussing laying out a plan and laying it all out so you have a plan to follow rather than attempting to fly by the seat of your pants. Already in this part you can see the soldier in Jeff coming out as he compares fat burning “mission planning” to mission planning in the military. I hope you like military metaphors.

2. Stop Dieting – Jeff discusses how you are going to take the principles and make them healthy habits and completely change your lifestyle, so the information will be with you and keeping you lean & healthy all the time, rather than just going on some diet to lose weight quickly.

3. Chemical Warfare - Gotta love the military terminology that makes it all seem a lot more intense. This section is devoted to human cells and a bunch of factors that I don’t think other programs think to cover (like chemicals from a variety of sources).

4. Nutritional Firepower - This is obviously not in great detail as there’s an entire guide on nutrition (reviewed below), this is just the basic nutrition of the program and it’ll give you a good overview.

5. Fat Blasting Hormones - Hormones play a large part in fat burning, though most people don’t talk about them. Jeff spends almost 20 pages discussing hormones and their affect on your lifestyle.

6. Maximum Metabolism - Everyone knows that metabolism plays a large role in fat burning. People complain that other people are skinny just because they have an unfair high metabolism (I’ve been on the receiving end of the envy). But it’s not just that they were born or gifted with a high metabolism, lifestyle makes a big difference and there are a number of factors that affect metabolism. Jeff shows you how to maximize your metabolism so you can have people jealous of you.

7. Military “PT” - This section is all about different types of training, the pros and cons of each and what is actually the best type of training for fat burning. He backs it up with scientific research and proof that it actually is the best. Plus the fact that the U.S. Military actually uses it.

8. Killer Instinct - Basically, this is a section devoted to getting & keeping you motivated throughout the program so you’ll actually follow through and get the results, even when it seems impossible.

Overall the manual is clear and easy to understand. I like the fact that he has little blurbs throughout where he highlights all of the big points you need to remember (HINT: If you want to get the gist of the program just read those blurbs and you’ll get enough to start getting some results!).

One thing I think is missing from the manual that would make it better is a summary of each section because there’s a lot of info in some of the sections and I would’ve liked to have a quick summary at the end to reiterate the major points of the section.

Combat the Fat Workout Guide 

The workouts are pyramid workouts, which are designed for maximum fat loss. The workout guide contains workout logs, exercise tables, training notes, a pre-program workout for those who haven’t been exercising regularly, exercise descriptions & pictures and workouts for any range of fitness level.

The exercise descriptions are handy and the workout logs make it really easy to follow and keep track of what you’ve been doing and what you need to do next.

The colors are kind of funky since he’s got a military theme going on, and I admit I’m not to fond of the colors on the printable workout logs…but that’s why there’s black and white printers.

Combat the Fat Nutrition 

The nutrition guide is a 44 page guide that covers many aspects of nutrition. It begins by discussing what protein, carbohydrates & dietary fats are, what they do & what roles they play in a healthy lifestyle. The information is solid and easy to understand, without a bunch of confusing terms and whatnot and he explains it all so when you’re done it’s clear what those three are and how they affect your body.

Then he spends 5 pages discussing portion control without counting calories. Jeff is pretty adament about not wasting your time counting calories, and he shares some way easier ways to control your portions. He even shows you how to use your hands to keep you on track.

Next is the Daily Diet Guide. This includes 10 pages that basically break down the entire nutrition system into 8 guidelines that you remember and follow every day to see great results. So instead of having to remember everything in the guide, you just have to remember 8 things.

The next section is the one my sister liked the best, and that is…cheating. There’s 4 pages devoted to cheating and how to cheat on your nutrition in order to get BETTER results. My sister was pretty excited about this part.

After that he goes into a bunch of stuff regarding planning ahead and making it easier to follow the proper guidelines. Plus he provides an entire grocery list so you know what to get at the grocery store. He provides some other tips like “Don’t go grocery shopping while hungry” and a bunch of other little things like that that most people don’t think of but make a big difference.

Then he goes into “Restaurant Survival Tactics” & “Late Night Snacking”. Both can be big problems when trying to get & stay lean. No worries. Jeff’s got you covered and shows you how to work with them instead of fighting them.

Despite all of the great information he provides on nutrition, he doesn’t cover different body types and how they are affected. Since Combat the Fat is based on military training and it is designed to work for any age, gender & body type, he doesn’t go into the details about how to get better results for different body types. I know most people I know can’t eat breads and pastas without gaining weight, but I eat them all the time and I don’t gain weight.

So there are probably some more nitty gritty details about body types that could make the nutrition a little more effective, but what he provides works for everyone so you don’t have to worry about body types and you’ll still get good results.

6 Week Combat the Fat Meal Plans 

I’m personally can’t really use meal plans. I’m allergic to food – some more than others – so there’s foods I can’t eat, plus foods I just don’t like. So I just use meal plans as guidelines, and I still find them useful, but I think they would be a lot more useful for people who can eat more foods.

And before you ask, I am actually allergic to all food. I have to eat slowly and drink a lot of liquid as I eat, otherwise my esophagus swells and the food won’t make it down to my stomach. Some food is worse than others, so I just avoid it otherwise it would take me hours to eat it.

Combat the Fat Body Fat Calculation

This guide is handy for figuring out how much body fat you actually have. It’s an adapted version of the manual used by the U.S. Military to tell how much body fat their soldiers have, so it’s pretty effective.

He even tells how men and women need to measure differently as women have to take into account their hips, which men do not need to. He also includes diagrams so it’s easy to see exactly what you need to do.

If you follow the steps he lays out, you’ll know without a doubt what your body fat percentage is.

 AGT 5000 Tracker Software 

The software is easy to install and uninstall (and only takes a few seconds) and it is very easy to use. There is a help button that walks you through everything clearly and easily, and the software works well for keeping track of your progress. I think the best part is that it’s really simple, so you don’t have to spend forever trying to figure out how to use it.

The software is great just to keep track of what progress you have made and to motivate you to continue. If you can’t see the results you’re getting, it’ll be more difficult to stay motived. This helps overcome that by letting you see your results.

90 Minute Q&A Audio

This is pretty self explanatory. Jeff answered some of the most common questions in this 90 minute Q&A session.

There’s also a bonus 6 pack interview that’s a surprise bonus along with the Q&A audio, so you get one more bonus that he doesn’t even tell you that you’re going to get!

Free DVD & Coaching 

The DVD and coaching is great, especially if you need additional help. The bonus 6 pack in 6 weeks program is completely different from what I expected and included stuff I never would have thought would be in there. However, I won’t share what’s exactly in it - just know that it’s good.

  

Combat the Fat Deluxe Program:

The deluxe program consists of 9 audios, transcripts for the audios and workbooks that go along with the audios. Some of the information is the same stuff that is covered in the basic program, just in audio format with workbooks (and obviously worded differently so it may help you understand some things better).

Some of the information is not covered in the basic program (hence why it’s the deluxe program), life for instance the 80/20 rule of fat loss.

If you’re like me and you want as much information as you can get, or you prefer to learn through audio, then the deluxe program is perfect for you.

Summary:

In summary, Combat the Fat is probably the best fat burning program I have come across. It’s based on the multi-billion dollar research of the U.S. Military and Jeff’s experience as a soldier, and he has scientific studies to back up the program.

There are only a few things I dislike about the program, but neither will prevent results. In fact, the results from Combat the Fat are excellent and more long-lasting than other programs (permanent if you follow Jeff’s advice and make it a lifestyle rather than a diet).

I highly recommend Combat the Fat. After checking it out, it’s the program I purchased for my twin sister, and it’s the program I recommend to my friends and family.

I want to make the deal a little sweeter for you though. I know that Combat the Fat does cover motivation, and I also know that it’s one of the biggest things that keeps people from succeeding in many areas of life.

I am very good at motivating myself, and I have learned a lot from starting my own business about what motivates people. Recently I created a program I call “Motivation Mastery” which lays out how to motivate yourself and I even share examples.

When you get Combat the Fat at http://www.combatthefatprogram.com (make sure browser cookies are enabled), you’ll immediately get an email from me with FREE access to my Motivation Mastery program. It’s the perfect addition to Combat the Fat, and it will give you a greater chance at success not just in leaving a leaner, healthier life, but in any area of life.

What to Do Now?

Grab Combat the Fat at http://www.combatthefatprogram.com and upgrade to deluxe if you want to. Check your email for access to Combat the Fat and my Motivation Mastery bonus. Go through the materials, take action, and see results!

Shawn Horwood